Wearing Hanfu while enjoying French cuisine? Xixi Paradise’s “Catering+” immersive theater invites you to a Southern Song Dynasty court banquet.


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2020-11-17

On November 7 and 8, “Emperor Gaozong of Song” hosted a “Versatile Banquet” at the Sating French Restaurant in Xixi Sheraton, welcoming guests from all directions. The Sating French Restaurant, which exudes the charm of Paris’s Moulin Rouge, transformed into a romantic imperial retreat, launching a journey through the Southern Song Dynasty. Throughout the event, participants wore Hanfu and interacted closely with NPCs, working together to advance the storyline in a delightfully engaging way.

Over here, the same pavilion and bridge are bathed in moonlight, where the soft rustle of a young female performer’s sleeves echoes in the night. Her slender waist sways gently, and her delicate voice trills like a warbling bird. Over there, a figure clad in crimson robes, with cloud-like patterns adorning the sleeves, holds a wine pot while her lips curve ever so slightly—exuding an indescribable, profound allure, and radiating an elegance that is both refined and free-spirited. In that fleeting moment, one can no longer tell whether the person before you is a dreamt-of figure or the very moon itself.

 

The story begins at Xixi Paradise. 11 Anniversary, 11 Month 78 On that day, “Emperor Gaozong of Song” hosted a “Versatile Banquet” at the Sating French Restaurant in Xixi, welcoming guests from all directions. The Sating French Restaurant, which exuded the charm of Paris’s Moulin Rouge, transformed into a romantic imperial retreat, embarking on a journey through the Southern Song Dynasty. Throughout the event, participants were dressed in Hanfu and… NPC Close-range interactions and collaborative efforts drive the plot forward in a delightful and engaging way.

 

In recent years, emerging entertainment experiences such as “immersive theater” and “script murder” have been rapidly gaining popularity, particularly among young people. Immersive theater breaks away from the traditional model where actors perform on stage while audiences sit in the audience; instead, viewers can fully immerse themselves in the theatrical environment from every angle, experiencing the charm of theatrical performance art in a comprehensive way.

 

The original production “West Creek Night Banquet” launched by Xixi Paradise further combines “catering” with “immersive theater,” integrating the dining experience into the storyline and offering users an additional layer of sensory enjoyment.

 

Before attending the banquet, guests will first change into formal attire; you are welcome to bring your own Hanfu, and the hotel has also prepared some. 30 A variety of exquisite Hanfu styles are available for you to choose from. Once you’ve changed into your outfit and styled your hair and makeup, and claimed your very own “identity card,” you’re ready to “step into” this glamorous celebrity gala.

 

The story takes place during the Southern Song Dynasty, when Emperor Gaozong of Song hosted a grand banquet in his palace to welcome envoys from the French Capetian dynasty, known as the “West Creek Night Banquet.” High-ranking officials and prominent figures from society flocked to the event, where exquisite French dishes were served one after another. Guests raised their glasses in toast, enjoyed lively music and dance, and revelled in a harmonious, joyful atmosphere.

 

The Sheraton Xixi Satin French Restaurant has seamlessly transformed into the Satin Imperial Residence of the Southern Song Dynasty—so much so that even the usually impeccably dressed waiters now don their attire as maids from the Song era. During the meal, the actors’ masterful performances can transport you into their roles in an instant. Wearing Hanfu, savoring a chef’s signature dinner, enjoying song and dance performances, and raising your glass in toast with high-ranking officials and social luminaries—this kind of life experience is truly a first for many. Just as guests are preparing to be swept away by yet more culinary delights, Emperor Gaozong issues an imperial edict, revealing to all that the Satin Palace harbors a rare treasure, and the treasure-hunting plot begins to unfold…

 

 

Such “catering” + “Immersive theatrical experiences not only allow you to watch the actors’ performances up close, but also let you savor exquisite Saitan French cuisine—and even become a participant in the story, helping to drive the plot forward.”

 

It is reported that “West Creek Night Banquet” has garnered widespread attention since its launch; in addition to young “theater fans,” the dining and entertainment consumer group has also shown great interest in it. 7 Number, 8 Both performances were sold out, and they received a wealth of positive feedback from users, causing the Dianping rating for the Xixi Sheraton Sating French Restaurant to surge. The hotel also responded to user demand by adding more shows. 21 Field No. 1 and Field No. 28 will host this West Creek Paradise event. 11 The anniversary celebration performance “West Creek Night Banquet” is gradually being commercialized. In the future, you too can become a “fashionable lady” of the Southern Song Dynasty—come to Satin, wear Hanfu, enjoy French cuisine, and take beautiful photos!

 

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